Overview
Kira Newman MD, PhD is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan. She specializes in caring for patients with inflammatory bowel disease and is a member of the Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program at the University of Michigan. Dr. Newman earned her Bachelor Degree in History at Yale University. She earned her Medical Degree and completed a PhD in Epidemiology at Emory University. She completed her Internal Medicine Residency at the University of Washington and Gastroenterology Fellowship at the University of Michigan. Dr. Newman conducts mechanistic microbiome research on the role of the microbiome in Clostridioides difficile infection among people with inflammatory bowel disease, for which she was the recipient of a 2023 Career Development Award from the American College of Gastroenterology. Her clinical research focuses on health outcomes and healthcare equity for sexual and gender minority/LGBTQIA+ people with digestive diseases.
Dr. Newman is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis, and Kidney Transplant.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 71 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1500 E Medical Center Dr, Floor 3 Reception D, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
7500 Challis Rd, Entrance 2, Level 1, Brighton, MI 48116
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Taubman Center
Dr. Chey received his BA degree from the University of Pennsylvania and medical degree & training in internal medicine at the Emory University School of Medicine. He went on to complete a fellowship in gastroenterology at the University of Michigan. Since completing this fellowship, Dr. Chey has remained at the University of Michigan, where he is H. Marvin Pollard Professor of Gastroenterology, Professor of Nutrition Sciences, and Chief, Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology. Dr. Chey runs a very active clinical research group which has received funding from federal and private sources. Dr. Chey has authored more than 400 manuscripts, reviews and book chapters yielding an H-index of 50. He is former Co-editor-in-Chief of the American Journal of Gastroenterology (2010-2016) and serves on the editorial boards of several other journals. He serves as a member of the Board of Trustees and in 2026, will become President of the American College of Gastroenterology. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the Rome Foundation and IFFGD. He has participated in and directed numerous national and international continuing medical education programs in gastroenterology, and has been elected to the roster of Best Doctors since 2001 and America's™ Top Doctors since 2009. Dr. Chey has received numerous awards including the Berk-Fise Award for outstanding clinical service from the ACG, the Distinguished Clinician Award from the AGA, Dean’s Outstanding Clinician Award, Dean’s Award for Innovation and Commercialization, and the Healio Disruptive Innovator Award. Dr. Chey is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Diarrhea, Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.
Rogel Cancer Center
I am a transplant hepatologist and clinical researcher committed to the care of patients with liver cancer and advanced liver disease. I serve as the Medical Director of the Multidisciplinary Liver Tumor Clinic and Medical Director of the Living Donor Liver Transplantation Program. I believe that patients should have an active voice in their care and I work jointly with patients to ensure that their needs are met. Dr. Parikh is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Liver Cancer, Cirrhosis, Ascites, Liver Transplant, and Endoscopy.
Taubman Center
Anna Lok is an Internal Medicine specialist and a Hepatologist in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Dr. Lok is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Liver Transplant.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kira L. Newman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kira L. Newman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kira L. Newman by calling their office at 888-229-7408. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kira L. Newman a top-rated expert for Crohn's Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kira L. Newman is classified as an Advanced expert for Crohn's Disease, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Kira L. Newman specialize in?
While Dr. Kira L. Newman is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Crohn's Disease, Viral Gastroenteritis, and Ulcerative Colitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Kira L. Newman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kira L. Newman has published 71 articles and abstracts on conditions like Crohn's Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Kira L. Newman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kira L. Newman accept my insurance?
Dr. Kira L. Newman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-229-7408 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- CholangitisDr. Newman isAdvanced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Newman isAdvanced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Newman isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Newman isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- Sclerosing CholangitisDr. Newman isAdvanced. Learn about Sclerosing Cholangitis.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Newman isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
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- Acute PancreatitisDr. Newman isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Newman isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- AscitesDr. Newman isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Newman isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Newman isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.